Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
S75 · Barnsley
71
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
S72 · Barnsley
84
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
Barnsley has less crime — 71 vs 84 incidents in April 2026.
Brierley saw somewhat more crime than Barnsley in April 2026 (84 vs 71 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Barnsley sees higher rates of Shoplifting (9) and Public order (8), while Brierley has more Anti-social behaviour (16) and Burglary (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Barnsley recorded fewer crimes than Brierley — 71 vs 84 incidents. That is 15% fewer crimes. Barnsley is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Barnsley saw higher rates of Shoplifting and Public order while Brierley had more Anti-social behaviour and Burglary. Overall, Barnsley recorded fewer total crimes (71 vs 84).